Andhra’s Naidu, Pawan Kalyan, Lokesh and Jagan mourn actor Nana Patekar

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan, Education and IT Minister Nara Lokesh, former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy and Tourism and Cinematography Minister Kandula Durgesh expressed grief over the death of veteran actor Nana Patekar at his home in Goa in the early hours of Thursday (October 8, 2026). The 75-year-old actor had suffered a cardiac arrest.

In a post on X, Mr. Naidu said Mr. Patekar’s “remarkable performances and immense contribution to Indian cinema will be remembered for generations”.

“I am saddened to hear the news of the sudden demise of the renowned actor Nana Patekar. I pray to the Almighty for his soul to rest in peace,” Mr. Pawan Kalyan said in a release.

Mr. Patekar was an actor who could effortlessly immerse himself in any role, he said. “His performance in the film Krantiveer was unforgettable. Films such as Parinda, Khamoshi, Tirangaa, Agni Sakshi, Natsamrat, Ab Tak Chhappan, and Apaharan stand as shining examples of his acting career. He also rendered honorable service to the Indian Army. I extend my deepest condolences to Nana Patekar’s family,” he added.

In a post on X, Mr. Pawan Kalyan said Mr. Patekar’s work as a social worker and his commitment to serving society would also be remembered with great respect.

Mr. Lokesh described Mr. Patekar as “a powerhouse performer with an unmistakable voice and screen presence” who had left behind an extraordinary body of work across Hindi and Marathi cinema.

“His remarkable contribution to Indian cinema and his versatile performances will always be remembered,” Mr. Jagan Mohan Reddy said in a post on X.

Mr. Durgesh said the death of Mr. Patekar was an irreparable loss to Indian cinema. He described the Padma Shri recipient as an outstanding actor who had rendered immense service to the film industry.